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Embroidered picture
English
17th century
Object Place: England
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with silk, metallic yarn and sequins
Dimensions
45.5 x 24.2 cm (17 15/16 x 9 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.255
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionRectangular panel of tan linen having a central lion flanked above and below by a dragon and a peacock respectively, amidst various large scale independent flowering and leafy stalks, insects and birds. Polychrome silk yarns in variety of stitches plus metallic yarns, purl and spangles. Some raised work. Stained; missing yarns; ground worn through near center. Stitches: couching, needleweaving, satin, shaded satin, split, stem, trellis; metallic yarn stitched in couching, detached chain, plaited braid, reverse chain, threaded backstitch.